Hamburger Cake
This cute Hamburger Cake looks like the giant sweet version of the classic, with two cake flavors and buttercream "condiments". I hope you ... View More
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Peach Maple Yogurt Cake
I’m currently watching old BadGirlRiri music videos because I’m procrastinating from cleaning out the dishwasher. There’s a white film ... View More
Breakfast Taco Brunch with Heirloom Tomato Pico de Gallo
Running this blog has taught me so much about people’s allergies and diets. Every time I post, there are usually a few questions like, “can ... View More
Spicy Heirloom Tomato Pizza
Billy has been out of town this entire week so it’s just been me trying to paint on buttercream and catching up on a bunch of computer work, ... View More
10 Baking Success Tips
My top 10 baking tips that will lead to success in the kitchen every single time!
Top 10 Baking Success Tips
How to Make a Doughnut Wall
How to Make a Doughnut Wall! This step-by-step tutorial will show you how I made a doughnut wall with only a few items from your local craft ... View More
Summer Squash Gyros with Tzatziki
Summer Squash Gyros with Tzatziki is a great vegetarian alternative for grilling during the summer. Smoky vegetables are wrapped up in a ... View More
How to Make the Best BLT
Today we're going to talk about How to Make the Best BLT. It might seem super simple but we're breaking it all down to talk about what makes ... View More
Seven Layer Pasta Salad
I love a regular, classic salad. Yes, I do. But sometimes I like to choose fun. And for me, that means adding pasta into the mix. Pasta ... View More
Cemitas Poblanas
These Cemitas Poblanas are an easy way to use up leftover chicken or amp up a classic chicken sandwich. They're full of flavor from mustard, ... View More
Grilled Veggie Sandwiches
These Grilled Veggie Sandwiches with chipotle hummus are a great way to enjoy summer produce with the grill. Soft bread with smokey ... View More
No-Churn Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sundaes
I think I can speak for all of us when I say that the best part of making cookies is trying the dough right after it’s all mixed up. I do ... View More
Mini Summer Galettes with Walnut Streusel
As a self-employed person, weekends aren’t always weekends. I actually like it this way. I know it may sound strange but I love doing work ... View More
How To Freeze Cookie Dough
I would like to confess something to you all: I use to be anti-freezer. But it all changed when I started to freeze cookie dough. I ... View More
Basil Pistachio Pesto
This Basil Pistachio Pesto recipe uses up a bunch of basil and pairs it with nutty pistachio. Adding blistered tomatoes and pasta is a great ... View More
Strawberry and Cream Cookies
These Strawberry and Cream Cookies have such a strong strawberry flavor with a sweet hint from white chocolate. Chewy, soft, delicious and ... View More
10 Cozy Things to Make in June
Ahh! Hi! I feel like I’ve been gone for forever but really I’ve just been living my life in Hawaii. You see, last weekend I took a flight to ... View More
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches are what happens when you combine the spicy Nashville Hot Chicken, brioche buns, and creamy coleslaw. And ... View More
Elderflower Lemon Cake
This might sound totally ridiculous because literally I do not know her and she’s going to be like a Duchess or whatever BUT I kinda feel ... View More
Gluten-Free Strawberry Tart
This Gluten-Free Strawberry Tart is not only gluten-free with an almond meal crust, but surprise! It's also dairy-free with a coconut cream ... View More
Meringues with Citrus Curd and Fruit
It’s Mother’s Day on Sunday! YAY! When I asked my mom what she wanted for Mother’s Day, she responded that she wanted a little picnic in the ... View More
Ramp Pasta
RAMPS! So very seasonal! Their seasonality is sort of dramatic. Especially here in Los Angeles where ramps don’t grow locally. Most ramps ... View More
Bourbon Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Bourbon Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies are an updated twist on the classic cookie. Chewy from brown sugar, nutty from pecans, and a ... View More
10 Cozy Things to Make for May
I almost typed "10 cozy things to make for APRIL" but then realized that IT'S MAY. I can't even handle it. I wish I could go back in a time ... View More
A Cozy Kitchen: Designing a Kitchen (without a Kitchen Designer)Â
If you hire a kitchen designer they will do a lot of the work for you. They’ll pair your style of cabinets with flooring, give you ... View More
Vegetarian Bao Buns
These Vegetarian Bao Buns are so softy, fluffy and utterly perfect. These steamed bao buns are filled withsavory sautéed mushrooms. ... View More
A Cozy Kitchen Renovation: Review on Ikea Cabinets with SemiHandmade Fronts
When I first started looking at kitchens, the ones that stood out to me the most, the kitchens I kept pinning and repining were all from ... View More
Jalapeño Pizza
Jalapeño Pizza is an amped up version of the pepperoni classic. The heat in the pepperoni pairs nicely with the bite of the jalapeño, taking ... View More
Spring Vegetable Pot Stickers
These Spring Vegetable Pot Stickers pack the flavors of spring into a tiny package. Leeks and peas are cooked down and mixed with ginger and ... View More
A Cozy Kitchen Renovation: Tips on Working with a Contractor for the First Time
I’m really excited about this post because I really should’ve researched tips on working with a contractor BEFORE I started. I would also ... View More
Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies
These Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies have a soft and crunchy texture, accompanied by a bold and bright citrus flavor. Soft citrus cookies are the ... View More
A Cozy Kitchen Renovation Reveal Part I
OMG I can finally tell you that the entire kitchen is done done DONE. It’s an amazing feeling and I love the way it turned out. As you know, ... View More
Yogurt-Marinated Ras al Hanout Chicken Skewers
April is the month I've vowed to get my shit together. Every single day I have a different task assigned. I’ve scheduled a day to go through ... View More
Corn Cake with Guava Frosting
This fluffy Corn Cake with Guava Frosting sounds a little weird, but the combo couldn't be better. The cake is super fluffy with a tiny hint ... View More
10 Cozy Things to Make In April
We are deep into spring and yet I look on The Instagram and it’s snowing in New York!! My heart goes out to all those suffering the dark ... View More
Chocolate Cadbury Egg Cookies
These Chocolate Cadbury Egg Cookies are a great way to either use up leftover Easter candy or use it to celebrate the holiday itself. ... View More
Carrot Sheet Cake with Buttercream Flowers
Carrot Cake Sheet Cake with Buttercream Flowers that is perfectly moist, speckled with walnuts and fresh, grated carrots. This sheet cake is ... View More
Instant Pot Braised Lamb Shanks
This Instant Pot Braised Lamb Shanks is made in the Instant Pot in only 45 minutes. These braised lamb shanks are cooked with a chipotle ... View More
Mojito Cupcakes
Mojito Cupcakes are exactly what they sound like. A dessert that echos the famous drink, these cupcakes are full of flavor from lemon, lime, ... View More
Cappuccino-Flavored Rose Cupcakes
I learned a lot of lessons from making these cupcakes. The number one thing: if you’re a creative person, surround yourself with people who ... View More
Peruvian Green Arroz con Pollo
This Peruvian Green Arroz Con Pollo (arroz con pollo Peruvano receta) is how Peruvians make arroz con pollo! The broth that everything cooks ... View More